Considering it’s been there since around the 11th century, you might not think there’d be much new to see at Durham Cathedral — but you’d be wrong, because the stunning architecture of the building is regularly used to house jaw-dropping contemporary art. From Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon to Peter Walker’s Peace Doves and more, the Cathedral is like Durham in microcosm: beautiful, historic, but thriving and ever-changing.
Thing is, when you’re selling a flat, none of that will necessarily move things along any faster, and selling a flat in Durham isn’t as easy as you might hope. The average time to sell a property is a whopping 206 days — that’s almost 7 months.
Why does it take so long? There are a few different reasons, like service charges, sitting tenants, noisy neighbours, cladding issues or just too many properties in your chain. But that doesn’t mean your flat won’t sell, it just means more communication, time and/or paperwork might be needed to help the sale go through.
If you don’t want to have to deal with all of that, you should come and talk to us at SellHouseFast.co.uk. We know Durham, and as an established flat-buying company, our experience in the market means we can take the hassle out of selling your flat.
Whether you’re a homeowner or a landlord, we can offer you a guaranteed cash sale for your Durham flat — fast.
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How SellHouseFast.co.uk Works
We know your property has some great selling points. It might be close to the university, have a great view over the river, or be down the road from the best pub in the city. Those things will definitely appeal to someone — but there’s no guarantee you’ll be able to find them in the kind of timescale you need.
Even once you’ve got an offer on your flat, there’s a whole process to go through, from combing through queries to exchanging contracts, with lots of potential pitfalls along the way.
Want to sell a flat in Durham? SellHouseFast.co.uk is the answer. With us, none of those things are a problem — we buy any flat.
Here’s how it works:
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You get in touch and tell us about your property
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You receive a cash offer
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We come to a final agreement
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Legal work is carried out
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The cash arrives immediately upon completion
To get the ball rolling, all you have to do is use our simple form to tell us some basic info about your property. Our experts will get to work putting together a competitive cash offer for you. Then, if you accept, we’ll take care of everything else. Nothing could be simpler.
When you work with us, you get an efficient, personalised route to sale that revolves entirely around getting you a cash sale for your flat, fast. If you need a fast flat sale in Durham, we can help.
Why you might need to sell your flat fast
When it comes to selling your flat fast, there are many scenarios where our service can be a gamechanger.
At SellHouseFast.co.uk, we understand that each situation is unique and comes with its own set of challenges. Here are some common scenarios where our quick, hassle-free sell flat fast service can make a real difference:
Cladding-related costs
Facing extensive repair costs, whether due to cladding issues or other maintenance problems, can be overwhelming – and for some they’re impossible. Sadly the very issues that cause you to want to get out fast are the same ones that can significantly delay the sale of your flat and decrease its value. SellHouseFast.co.uk offers a quick, reliable solution, buying your flat as-is, so you don’t have to worry about any big bills coming through the letterbox.
Leaseholder issues
Problems like difficult freeholders or high service charges can be a nightmare. If you’re tired of these ongoing hassles and you’re ready to put it behind you, At SellHouseFast.co.uk we buy any flat, and we offer an efficient, swift solution that delivers certainty and freedom.
Short lease
It can be more difficult to sell a flat with a short lease and extending can be time consuming and costly, but with SellHouseFast.co.uk, you have options. With a guaranteed cash buyer, you can get an instant cash offer and complete the sale within a week.
Rising ground rent
This could mean potential buyers are deterred by the increasing costs. Lenders may also be reluctant to offer mortgages on properties with high ground rents because they may worry the charges could affect the property’s value — but we have no such worries. We offer speed and certainty, and don’t need approval from mortgage lenders.
Noisy neighbours
Not only will this be a grind on your daily life — or the lives of whoever’s living in your property — but noisy neighbours can make the flat much more difficult to sell. We’re happy to buy it, regardless. Neighbours are no issue for us and we are happy to go ahead with the sale.
You’re a landlord who is retiring
If you’re a landlord who’s ready to retire and you want to liquidate your assets quickly, cash house buyers can provide a fast, pain-free option. When you sell your property portfolio to a cash house buyer like SellHouseFast.co.uk, our efficient and transparent processes mean you can retire sooner and with far less stress.
Divorce
Going through a divorce is difficult enough without shouldering the extra stress of selling your flat. We release you from this burden by providing a fast, straightforward sale. This means you and your ex-partner can move forward more quickly, avoiding drawn out (often emotional) processes.
Repossession
If you’re facing repossession, speed is everything. Because we buy any flat, We offer a fast way to sell your property to help you avoid the repossession process and settle any debts quickly. This can give you peace of mind and closure at a difficult time.
Chain breaks
There are little things in life more frustrating than a property chain falling apart. We can step in to buy your property quickly, so you’re not at the mercy of others’ whims or a missing survey for a property that’s got nothing to do with you.
Relocation
Trying to sell your property in order to relocate can be stressful, whether you’re moving for work or for family, and whether you’re moving to the other side of the world or to the other side of town. Simplify your move by letting us do the legwork, so you can focus on settling into your new home without any delays.
Financial hardship
If you’re struggling to make ends meet and need to access the money tied up in your home quickly, we can help. SellHouseFast.co.uk can relieve financial stress and provide you with the funds you need.
Poor property conditions
If your flat needs a lot of big repairs, selling it through the traditional methods can be especially challenging. We buy any flat in any condition, so you can skip the slow sell and instead enjoy the benefits of a fast cash sale
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Sell Flat Fast in Durham
If you need to sell your Durham flat fast, we can help — whatever the location, the condition or the circumstances.
I need to sell a flat with a short lease, with no means to extend it
That’s okay. If you don’t have the means to extend your lease before selling your Durham flat, we can help. We’ll take over the process from completion, which could be as soon as next week.
"This service was exactly what I needed. Everything was so fast and straightforward."
Sue Pollen
I need to sell my flat fast, with cladding issues
Selling a flat with poor cladding can be slow, costly and extremely tricky – and if you do want to sell your flat, you might well need an External Wall System (EWS1) form. This was developed by the Royal Institution for Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and UK Finance to help lenders fairly assess how much a property is worth.
EWS1 forms are valid for five years, but are not a legal requirement — lenders may refuse a mortgage application where one cannot be produced though. The EWS process involves a fire safety assessment by a suitably qualified professional who completes the EWS1 form.
Unless you have the time and money to resolve any cladding issues you may have before selling, your only viable options are finding a buyer who can proceed without a mortgage, or going with a cash property buyer, like SellHouseFast.co.uk. We’re happy to buy your flat, regardless of its cladding issues.
"We were convinced we weren’t going to be able to sell the flat because of the cladding, but it was no issue at all in the end."
Sam Jones
I need to sell to avoid repossession
If repossession is looming, you might not have long to sell your flat to avoid it. But if you only have a short window of time to sell your Durham flat, we can help. If you need to sell up in order to clear your mortgage arrears, or to avoid additional charges, or if you just want to clear your debt in a hurry, you should give us a call. We’ll help you to free up your money for a new home and help keep your credit rating intact.
"This was the breath of fresh air I needed at just the right time, thank you so much."
James Roycer
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What are the benefits of a fast flat sale in Durham?
With SellHouseFast.co.uk, a speedy completion is guaranteed. But that’s not the only reason people who want to sell a flat in Durham come to us. Far from it, in fact.
We’re not usually ones to blow our own trumpets, but we do want to make sure you know all the ways we can help you. When you come to SellHouseFast.co.uk, you can expect:
Transparency and honesty
With us, what you see is what you get. We make things simple, and we make sure you always know exactly what’s happening and where you stand.
Efficiency
We like to keep things moving. So as soon as you get in touch, we’ll get straight on the case, and you can expect things to keep moving smoothly towards completion.
Personalised, friendly service
Just pick up the phone and our friendly team will answer all your questions. We’re here to help.
Whatever the reason, whatever the circumstances, if you need to sell your Durham flat fast, get in touch, because we buy any flat.
